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COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON HVAC Apprentice II in Charleston, South Carolina
HVAC Apprentice II
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POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
HVAC Apprentice II
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
4
Level
1
Department
HVAC Shop
Job Purpose
Works withHVACTechnicians on duties related to installation, operation, maintenance and repair to heating, ventilating and air condition (HVAC) systems within large campus dormitories and buildings connected to the Central Energy Facility. This includes chilled water systems, steam heated hot water, steam condensate piping, and self-contained refrigerant systems. AssistsHVACTechnicians with installing, operating, maintaining and repairing residential heating, ventilating and air conditioning units in smaller college buildings and dormitories, historical homes and office buildings. Duties include performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment problems and making repairs as required.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma and experience in theHVACtrade is required. Must be willing to expand current knowledge on how to install, perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair ofHVACequipment in residential, industrial and commercial applications. Must be willing to attend training.EPAcertification preferred. Must be able to complete records and paperwork associated with repairs/installations. Knowledge of campus layout and buildings is preferred. Must have a valid SC Drivers License, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment, as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment and/or personnel as needed. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must have knowledge regarding the handling of chemicals, refrigerants and industrial gasses. Considerable initiative and willingness to improve knowledge ofHVACequipment, tools, and work procedures used inHVACequipment maintenance and repair. Must be able to anticipate, locate and correct general and emergency problems as related toHVAC/mechanical equipment maintenance and repair. Must be willing to improve understanding of the operation of computerized web-basedHVACcontrol programs to monitor and adjust temperatures in campus buildings. Position requires basic computer skills and working knowledge and experience in using e-mail. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) is preferred. Experience in utilizing online work order systems is a plus. Skill with electronic devices such as iPhone and iPad is preferred. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions. All employees at the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by Facilities Management at the College of Charleston.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Must be able to perform duties as described and work both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. Must be able to work in close quarters, climb ladders/stairs, enter/exit hatches, and work on rooftops. Must be able to work in areas of excessive